Expectant mothers in Cuba struggle under fuel blockade

In January 2026, the Trump administration enforced an oil and fuel blockade on Cuba, triggering severe energy shortages and widespread blackouts that have especially impacted vulnerable populations, such as expectant mothers. The shortages of food, milk, and essential medicines are straining maternal care services, making pregnancies more difficult and uncertain. The BBC’s Will Grant spoke…

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Iconic global landmarks turn off lights

Global landmarks including the Eiffel Tower in Paris and Sagrada Família Basilica in Barcelona switched off their lights for an hour at 20:30 local time on Saturday night to mark Earth Hour. The global event, organised by the World Wide Fund for Nature, takes place every year to raise environmental awareness. It aims to encourage…

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